Seasonal Commis - Isola
(20401)
At One&Only, we exist to create joy for our guests through anticipation, creativity, precision, empathy and warmth. We tailor every aspect of our guests’ stay to bring their dreams and desires to life. With an atmosphere that’s chic but wonderfully unstuffy™, and a team who are meticulous but warm, we seek to exceed our guests’ expectations at every possible turn.
Set in the vibrant heart of Cape Town’s waterfront, surrounded by restaurants, shopping, art and entertainment; on the doorstep of Table Mountain; and within easy reach of spectacular beaches, national parks, and winelands; One&Only Cape Town is the ultimate curator of discovery, from active adventures, to mindful moments and exclusive, tailored experiences. The warm South African charm is one of our most unique and valued assets. With abundant knowledge and generosity, we anticipate our guest’s every need and surpass expectations. Whether we are designing the perfect family day out or arranging a romantic private dinner, we approach everything with imagination to spark a sense of playfulness, discovery and adventure. This is not simply our job, it’s our passion
Job Summary
Responsible for supporting the Executive Chef in delivering exceptional food quality, presentation, and service by adhering to established standard operating procedures and maintaining the highest standards of food safety, hygiene, and sanitation within the assigned kitchen section. Ensures all mise en place is prepared accurately and on time, kitchen equipment and work areas are cleaned and maintained, and products are correctly labelled and stored in accordance with food safety requirements.
Maintains consistent quality in food production and presentation while demonstrating strong product knowledge and creativity in collaboration with the Chef de Cuisine. Provides excellent guest service by engaging professionally with guests, handling complaints in line with resort service recovery procedures, and communicating guest feedback to management to support continuous improvement in food quality and guest satisfaction.
Builds effective working relationships across departments through clear communication, teamwork, and adherence to reporting channels. Participates in daily briefings, monthly communication meetings, and all mandatory training programmes to maintain operational excellence and professional development. Ensures all assigned duties are completed efficiently, contributes to a positive team environment, and supports the achievement of departmental and resort objectives.
Maintains the highest standards of personal grooming, professionalism, and workplace safety while ensuring compliance with resort policies, emergency procedures, health and safety regulations, and South African legislation. Safeguards resort assets by ensuring kitchen equipment is properly maintained and operated responsibly, while consistently demonstrating commitment to the values, service standards, and objectives of the One&Only brand.
Skills Competency Requirements:
- Culinary school diploma and/or 3 years work experience
- 5 star work experience
- Knowledge of Food Safety systems (HACCP)
- Basic English knowledge
- Seasonal position
Our brand is expanding faster than ever before. We are investing in the growth of our company, and that means we are committed to investing in you. Join a team that is open-hearted, intuitive, generous, and spontaneous in spirit. We believe in making our guests happy beyond anything they have ever imagined. We wow them at every turn and create memories that will last a lifetime. You will be at the heart of this vision, to constantly innovate to deliver Amazing Experiences and Everlasting Memories.
